Community Hub FAQs

…Admin can advise, or if in doubt please contact us at squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Can I set up a joint account on Hub e.g. Mr & Mrs Brown? We advise that you each have you own individual account on Hub, you may have different volunteer roles and we need to sign you up and ensure you are covered under the Trust’s insurance… […]

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Scotland’s Red Squirrels

…and whether the developer has taken account of the red squirrels (and other protected species) in their planning application. The information on NatureScot’s pages above should tell you what to look for in terms of survey reports and mitigation proposals. The next step is to contact your local NatureScot office and ask to speak to someone about red squirrels threatened… […]

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Speakers FAQs

…each side, then click record again when you have moved to the next slide. Whether you keep your camera on or not during recording is up to you. Another idea could be to include a photo of yourself in your title slide so people know who’s talking What format should my slides be? The CrowdComms ‘main stage’ display is 16:9,… […]

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Get Involved

in Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels priority areas, subject to availability. There are a number of ways to get involved at different stages of the process. All our volunteers are provided with the support and training they need to participate. Live in the south of Scotland? You may be able to arrange a trap-loan directly via your local volunteer network. Visit […]

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Privacy Policy

…Contractual This is where we have agreed to send you information in relation to contractual agreements such as when assisting with grant applications or trap loans. We respect your right to update the way we get in touch with you about our work at any time. b) To get to know you better Your personal data also helps us get […]

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Activities

…the links below for the activity sheet: DOWNLOAD ANSWERS Colouring printouts What squirrels eat A dot-to-dot colouring sheet. Download the printable PDF: DOWNLOAD Colour in the red squirrel’s coat Red squirrels can come in a variety of colours, what will this one be? Download the printable PDF: DOWNLOAD Get creative with this fluffy red Can you create texture with your… […]

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Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels: the next steps in South Scotland

…this page in the first instance, but if you have a question that is not covered here you can or email the project at squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Last updated: 21st March 2024   Is there any funding for SSRS staff support in the south of Scotland after 31st March 2024? Yes. Limited funding from SSRS partners has been secured to enable continued… […]

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VolunteerFAQs

…meetings/ other group activities. If you would like us to do this email squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Grey squirrel control: Independent groups should first and foremost refer to their network trainer (if they have one) and then the Forum offers and needs chart for training in grey squirrel dispatch and set up of trap loans. In the next instance until end-Sept SSRS staff… […]

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